Trainer, Youth Development

Pay Range: Targeted Salary up to $50,300 per year

Benefits Eligible: True

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Standard / Fixed Schedule

Travel: Required

Join the National Resource Center for Youth Services (NRCYS) at the University of Oklahoma (College of Continuing Education/Outreach) and be part of a team dedicated to improving the effectiveness of human services through training, consultation, and technical assistance in Oklahoma and across the nation for over 50 years. NRCYS is a leader in youth service philosophy, best practices, and youth engagement.

The Trainer is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high‑quality in‑person and virtual training for professionals serving children, youth, and families. This role provides training, consultation, and resource development in support of state and national initiatives.

• Design and develop workshops, virtual training modules, and other learning opportunities; create tools, activities, and best‑practice resources to support service delivery; evaluate training effectiveness and incorporate feedback.
• Deliver in‑person and virtual training to professionals working with children, youth, and families; facilitate interactive workshops, seminars, and group learning experiences.
• Provide capacity‑building consultation for individuals and organizations; offer subject‑matter guidance.
• Plan and coordinate projects, meetings, and training events; use data to guide decision‑making and evaluate impact.
• Participate in collaborations, work groups, and partnerships; communicate effectively with stakeholders; plan and attend internal and external meetings.
• Maintain current knowledge of legislation, trends, and best practices; conduct research to support training and development.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and documentation.
• Travel regionally and statewide on a regular basis.
• Uphold the NRCYS Vision, Mission, Values, and Core Principles.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Human Relations, Psychology, Education, or related field.
• 24 months of training‑related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution available: 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor’s degree for a total of 72 months of related experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or a closely related field.
• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or a closely related field.
• Experience working in public or private social service agencies serving children, youth, and families, with a working knowledge of child welfare, juvenile justice, and related multidisciplinary service systems.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care practices, child development, and youth engagement.
• Experience designing and facilitating in‑person and virtual training and group learning sessions.
• Experience developing and evaluating training using instructional design and adult‑learning principles.
• Experience developing asynchronous (self‑paced) training modules.

Hiring contingent upon a background check.